FYI

- Welcome -

What Is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a registered health profession that specialises in treating musculoskeletal injury and pain.

Physiotherapy is aligned with western science and evidence-based medicine, which means you can be confident you are getting the best help available.

Physiotherapists have completed a 4-year university degree. "Sports Physiotherapists" have gone on to study a post-graduate Masters degree with a focus on sports related research, injury prevention, and treatment. You don't need to be an athlete to visit a Sports Physio. All welcome.

Services

Physiotherapists provide a range of services, including:

Pain & injury diagnosis & treatment

Surgical rehabilitation programs

Trigger point dry needling

Sports taping

Kinesio Taping

Custom made orthotics

Waterproof fibreglass casts

Posture & movement correction

Provision of walking aids

Plastering & splinting

Fitting of braces & supports

Sports coverage & first-aid

Massage

Home-visit service

Ergonomic advice

Exercise programs

Injuries

Physios are experts in diagnoses and treatment of the whole body, including a range of common injuries:

Back Pain

Neck Pain

Sciatica

Ankle Sprains

Shoulder Pain

Knee Pain

Headache

Muscle Injuries

Acute Sports Injuries

Sports re-hab

Sports Injury Prevention

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Knee Injuries

Shoulder Pain

Shin Splints

Muscle Corks

Tennis Elbow

Plantar Fasciitis

Heel Pain

Osteoarthritis

Surgical Rehab

Whiplash

Tendon Pain

Muscle Strains

Who Are You?

You've got something that hurts.

You either remember the exact time it started with a knock / sprain / strain, or the pain started gradually. If the pain started gradually you may know it's because of something repetitive you had to do, or you can't think of any good reason for it.

Most people know they need to do something to help it get better, or you've tried "waiting to see" if it will go away - & it hasn't.

It's time to get help.

You'd like to know:

"What is it?"

"What to do about it?"

"How long it will take to get better?"

"Why has it happened to me?"

"What to do to avoid it happening again?"

You want reassurance that it's not something too serious. It's good to know you are doing the right thing to look after yourself.

WHAT TO BRING?

Your appointment will always start on time, so please come a couple of minutes early to your first appointment to allow time to complete some paperwork.

Please wear appropriate clothing to expose the area requiring treatment. I can lend you a pair of shorts if you need them.

Please bring any investigations you have (x-ray, CT, MRI, etc).

If you've got a letter from a Dr, bring that along too.

WHAT HAPPENS AT THE APPOINTMENT?

Your initial appointment will be 45 minutes. This allows time for a thorough assessment, accurate diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment.

I dedicate your appointment time exclusively to one-on-one time with you.

I will ask a lot of questions about your injury - a big part of making an accurate diagnosis comes from information you can tell me. Then we'll do some clinical and "hand-on" assessment to confirm the diagnosis.

I'll go to some trouble to try and explain what you've got, in language you can understand, "why you" & "why now", & most importantly "what to do about it".

You will receive treatment at the initial consultation that, more than likely, will include massage, mobilisations, &/or stretching & strengthening exercises to continue at home.

You will be given a plan for the on-going management of your injury, including the exercises you need to continue. I laser-focus this to just the one or two most beneficial things for you, so you're not burdened with too much to do.

Follow-Up Visits

At your first appointment we will discuss the time frame for your complete recovery, and plans for further treatments if they are required.

Follow-up appointments are 25 minutes long. We would usually book 2 appointments per week to continue some "hands-on" physio.

After your first visit you are welcome to contact me by phone or e-mail to discuss your progress.

Payment

Payment is required at the time of your appointment. You can claim your private health insurance refund on the spot using HICAPS, and only pay "the gap". NB: You must bring along your membership card.